The Japanese team secured their place in the World Cup this winter in Qatar minutes ago after recording a 0: 2 victory over Australia with the help of a pair (89 and 94) of substitute Kaoru Mitoma, who entered in the 84th minute for only his second appearance for the team.
The big loser Australia, who had to win to keep a chance of qualifying automatically through one of the first two places in House B, will have to play in the playoffs and maybe from there they will be able to get the coveted ticket.
Following the Japanese victory, Saudi Arabia, which will later play against China, also secured its place in the upcoming World Cup.
Japan celebrates sweet immigration to Qatar, Photo: Reuters
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